Russian strikes across Ukraine have injured dozens of people, including at least 25 at an educational institution in Rivne, while ballistic missiles hit civilian infrastructure in Kyiv, Ukrainian officials said on Tuesday.
Police in Rivne said two of the injured were in serious condition and undergoing surgery, while three others were receiving medical treatment. The attack added to a series of Russian strikes reported across the country, with residential buildings and other civilian infrastructure also affected.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said five ballistic missiles struck civilian infrastructure in Kyiv. He also raised concerns about the lack of advance warning from Ukraine’s international partners before the missile attack, although he did not assign responsibility for the absence of a warning.
Zelenskyy described the barrage on the capital as “particularly vile” and stressed the importance of timely intelligence about incoming ballistic missiles. He said early warnings could help protect civilians and prevent deaths, making intelligence-sharing with Ukraine’s partners a critical issue.
The capital and its surrounding region were among several areas reporting casualties. Kyiv’s city military administration said a woman was wounded when a Russian strike hit a private home in the Darnytskyi district. In the Kyiv region, one person was killed in an attack in the Fastiv district, while at least two others were injured, according to Tymur Tkachenko, head of the regional military administration.
Further west, a Russian drone struck a residential building in the village of Murovane, near Lviv, during a morning attack on Tuesday, Lviv Mayor Andrii Sadovyi said.
Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, also suffered heavy casualties. Zelenskyy said four people were killed when a strike hit an apartment building, while 41 others were wounded in the city in a single evening. The damaged building was destroyed, and rescue workers continued an operation through the night, according to the president.
Since last evening and up to now, the Russians have attacked Ukraine with more than a hundred different weapons – jet-powered drones, loitering munitions, and ballistic missiles. A significant portion of these strike assets were shot down. But unfortunately, not all of them.
An ordinary residential building was destroyed in Kharkiv; the rescue operation continued virtually all night as first responders searched for people under the rubble. Four people were killed in this strike on the building in Kharkiv. My condolences to all their families and loved ones. In Kharkiv alone, 41 people were injured in just one evening. There was also a particularly vile ballistic missile strike on Kyiv – five missiles that hit civilian infrastructure. Unfortunately, we received no early warning from our partners about this strike. Intelligence on Russian ballistic missile launches helps save lives, and this is one of the most critical issues. This is precisely what helps prevent people from being killed – when there is an early warning about ballistic missiles.
Ukraine has not carried out strikes on Russian oil refineries or the energy sector in general for the two days since the American President announced an energy ceasefire. But Russia did not heed the American President. During this time, the Russians have attacked both our energy facilities and our critical infrastructure, sending absolutely clear signals that they have no intention of refraining from strikes on Ukraine. Nineteen regions of our country have come under attack in these two days alone. Our position remains unchanged: Ukraine is ready for reciprocal steps toward de-escalation, and effective pressure on Russia is needed to make de-escalation happen. Wars end when the aggressor realizes that it cannot prolong the war.
Global pressure on Russia contributes to exactly that – bringing peace closer. But direct or indirect support for Russia, slowing down assistance to Ukraine, and making it harder to protect lives against ballistic missiles will certainly not help bring peace. Everyone needs peace. A strong America, a strong Europe, and strong partners are needed. Thank you to everyone who is truly helping!
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) October 13, 2026
Zelenskyy said Russia had launched more than 100 weapons against Ukraine since Monday evening. The attacks came as Ukrainian forces continued to face intensified aerial assaults involving ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones, which have made defending cities and civilian infrastructure increasingly difficult.
Although the front lines have seen no major changes since last year, Russia’s aerial campaign has continued to place pressure on Ukrainian cities far from the main areas of ground combat. Russian attacks have repeatedly targeted civilian infrastructure, including energy facilities, raising concerns about the impact on access to electricity, heating and running water.
The strikes come as Ukraine continues to seek military and intelligence support from its international partners. Zelenskyy’s comments on the lack of advance warning in Kyiv underscored the importance his government places on timely information about incoming missile attacks, particularly when civilians have little time to reach shelter.
The latest attacks also came ahead of a European Council summit scheduled for Friday, 16 October, in Brussels, where Zelenskyy is expected to attend. The meeting is expected to take place against the backdrop of Ukraine’s continuing efforts to secure international support as Russian attacks on its cities persist.
